Bible verses on prayer for a new month

Here are some Bible verses on prayer to encourage you as you start a new month:

Prayer is a powerful tool

• "And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us." - 1 John 5:14
• "You do not have, because you do not ask." - James 4:2

Prayer brings peace and comfort

• "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
• "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken." - Psalm 55:22

Prayer brings guidance and direction

• "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." - James 1:5
• "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6

Prayer brings healing and restoration

• "Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord." - James 5:14
• "Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise." - Jeremiah 17:14

Prayer brings joy and celebration

• "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
• "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18

Prayer brings unity and harmony

• "I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ." - Ephesians 3:16-18
• "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." - Romans 15:13

May these verses encourage you to pray boldly and confidently as you start a new month. Remember that prayer is a powerful tool that can bring peace, guidance, healing, joy, and unity to your life.